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Samsung introduced One UI 4.0-based Reminders app
Samsung has already begun the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update rollout to the Galaxy devices, starting Galaxy S21 series. While the major software update is gradually expanding to more devices, the company is offering new feature drop application updates as well.
In a recent development, Samsung officially introduced the brand-new Reminders app, which highlights a bunch of new features, in addition to improvements for the existing ones. FYI, Reminders is an app that allows Samsung users to record their to-dos and easily manage them as a list.
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Samsung says that the Reminders app comes with a smart function that notifies you when there is a time, place, or situation related to a to-do, and reminders that have set time reminders can also be checked on the calendar. Now, we are going to jump to the latest details regarding Samsung Reminders’ functionality.
Where to find new Reminders app?
- Enter ‘ Reminder ‘ in the input window of the Finder that appears when you swipe up on the screen to search
- Also, Reminders can be opened from the Calendar by clicking the bell icon in the left menu.
Reminder Keeper
This is to introduce a new function in One UI 4 for users who are already using Reminder well.
Samsung Galaxy devices running the One UI 4.0 offer a category management function in the Reminders app, allowing users to manage and categorize tasks they want to remember or to-dos by type. Besides, you can also check the reminders on your PC by linking with Microsoft To-Do.
The One UI 4.0-based Reminders service is much more practical and convenient than the previous reminders because it can be organized more systematically and can be used on a PC. In addition, it brings a faster way to add reminders, however, the new Shared Reminder feature lets you share to-dos with family and friends.
- You can add a reminder by simply entering the title in the input box at the bottom of the first screen of the reminder.
Reminders – Shared Categories
The reminders that are added to shared categories can be shared with members as well. However, it’s a very simple task to create a shared category, you just have to click Add Category in the Manage Categories menu and enter a name for the shared category.
- Once done, select the person you want to share the reminder with from your contacts and invite them to become a member.
Now, if you add a reminder you want to share with a member in the shared category you have created, the member who accepted the invitation will also see the reminder in the shared category. To be noted, the Share feature is available on all Galaxy devices with Android 0 or later by logging in with your Samsung account.
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WhatsApp has released a fresh update for beta users on Android with version 2.24.21.26. This update introduces a new feature that gives users more control over how their contacts are synced across different devices on WhatsApp.
The latest update allows users to add, edit, or delete contacts from any device linked to their WhatsApp account, such as tablets or computers. It means that any changes made on one device will automatically sync to all other connected devices. It helps contact list up-to-date no matter where you are.
For those who want to keep personal and work contacts separate, there’s an option to disable syncing for specific accounts. This lets users prevent certain contacts from showing up in their WhatsApp to maintain privacy.
Moreover, WhatsApp also adds extra security by using cryptographic hashes to protect the phone numbers of contacts who aren’t on the app. This ensures that user data remains safe while still allowing WhatsApp to monitor for any unusual activity related to contact uploads.
Users can still chat with their existing contacts as the app remains fully functional, even with contact syncing turned off. If someone switches to a new phone or reinstalls WhatsApp, their linked contacts will automatically be restored easily.
WhatsApp contact syncing feature was already available to iOS users, and now Android beta testers can enjoy the same benefit. As the update rolls out, more users will have the chance to try this privacy feature.
WhatsApp is bringing a new feature to improve notification management, especially for group chats through a new beta update. The fresh version of WhatsApp is available with version 2.24.21.22 in the Google Play Beta Program.
The new beta update of WhatsApp adds a new notification activity feature for group chats. It will let users choose how they want to receive notifications. There are two choices – All and Relevant to me.
- All: Users can get notifications for every message in the group.
- Relevant to Me: They will receive only important ones like mentions and replies.
In this way, users can easily manage large groups as the features help to reduce unnecessary messages. This change is particularly helpful for those in large groups.
Additionally, the new notification activity screen will help explain how muting group chats works. Currently, some users find it confusing when they still receive notifications from muted groups.
The new feature aims to make this clearer as it allows users to see exactly what types of notifications they can still receive, even when a group is muted.
WhatsApp is currently working on these features to enhance user experience and will make them available in future updates. Till then, stay tuned with us.
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Samsung Galaxy users are excitedly waiting for the upcoming One UI 7 update after the release of One UI 6.1.1. There have been some leaks and rumors about its features and release date. Even though the Beta Program hasn’t started yet, Samsung is already updating its stock apps to get them ready for One UI 7 software.
You might be wondering why Samsung is bringing One UI 7 support to Galaxy apps ahead of its release. The reason behind it is very simple. The company is ensuring that these apps work smoothly with One UI 7 when it’s released.
By updating these apps ahead of time, Samsung aims to avoid issues like lagging or crashing to provide users with a better experience from the start. At the moment, Samsung has rolled out One UI 7 support to some Galaxy apps including Galaxy Store, Galaxy Themes, and Samsung Wonderland.
Overall, Samsung’s early updates to its apps are all about making them compatible with the new operating system. Users can expect a seamless transition when One UI 7 finally releases.
As we enter October 2024, many users are eagerly waiting for more news about the One UI 7 Beta. So far, Samsung hasn’t shared any official details, leaving everyone curious about what’s coming.
However, there’s a chance for good news soon. Samsung is going to host the Samsung Developer Conference 2024 (SDC24) on October 3, 2024. This event might include announcements related to One UI 7, like its features and when it will be available. Stay tuned for more information.
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